1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 734 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Legend |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
